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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Kirkcaldy (KDY)

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17

train journeys
per day

334

miles (538 kms)

6hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Kirkcaldy (KDY)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Kirkcaldy , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Kirkcaldy is approximately 334 miles (538 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 10 mins.

ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Kirkcaldy.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Kirkcaldy. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Kirkcaldy Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:40
    6 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    06:30
    6 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    13:21
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    07:30
    6 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    14:21
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    08:32
    6 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    09:30
    6 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    16:21
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    10:30
    6 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    17:21
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    10:33
    7 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    17:45
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    11:30
    6 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    18:25
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    12:12
    6 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    19:11
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    13:30
    6 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    20:28
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    14:12
    6 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    21:10
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    14:43
    7 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    22:03
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    15:30
    6 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    22:22
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    16:30
    6 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    23:26
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    18:33
    10 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    05:17
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    23:03
    12 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    11:04
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    23:22
    19 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    18:45
    Colchester
    Kirkcaldy
    Colchester to Kirkcaldy

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Kirkcaldy Station

Station name Kirkcaldy (KDY)
Address Kirkcaldy station, off Abottshall Road, Kirkcaldy, Fife, KY1 1YL
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Kirkcaldy

The travel time between Colchester and Kirkcaldy by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Kirkcaldy vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester and Kirkcaldy can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Colchester & Kirkcaldy. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Kirkcaldy.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Colchester and Kirkcaldy, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.